Porter's Playbook | The Coaching Career of DJ Porter

Post by **djp73** » Today, 13:52

COLLEGE FOOTBALL WRAP-UP

NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT

National Players of the Week (Week 14)
Defensive: Jeff WInbush – SS – Navy | L 37-34 vs Army | 6 TKL, 3 PBU
Offensive: Maka Luepke – WR – Army | W 37–34 at Navy | 7 Rec 112 Yds 1 TD

Post by **djp73** » Today, 14:09

COLLEGE FOOTBALL WRAP-UP

NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT

Conference Championships

Post by **djp73** » Today, 14:18

USF RECRUITING REPORT

BULLS LAND FIVE-STAR RECEIVER, STRENGTHEN NATION'S TOP GROUP OF FIVE CLASS

USF's recruiting class took a major step forward this week as the Bulls secured commitments from three additional prospects, highlighted by one of the biggest recruiting victories in program history.

Five-star wide receiver Josh Valles, three-star quarterback Ben Vilain, and three-star punter Austin Fowler all announced their commitments to DJ Porter and the Bulls, pushing USF's 2030 recruiting class to No. 16 nationally with a class rating of 165.10. The Bulls now possess the highest-rated class in the American Conference by a wide margin, comfortably ahead of Florida Atlantic, whose class ranks 38th nationally with a 121.25 rating.

The headline addition is unquestionably Valles, a five-star receiver from Lake City, Florida. Ranked as the No. 4 overall player in the country, the No. 1 prospect in Florida, and the nation's top-ranked wide receiver, Valles chose USF over national powers Clemson and LSU in a recruiting battle that stretched deep into the season.

Landing a player of Valles' caliber sends a message nationally about where the program currently stands.

The elite receiver projects as an immediate impact player thanks to a rare blend of route-running polish and athletic ability. Evaluators rave about his acceleration, change-of-direction skills, and ability to separate at every level of the field. Valles already runs an advanced route tree for a high school prospect and possesses the ball skills needed to consistently make contested catches. His combination of route-running, body control, and playmaking ability after the catch gives him true No. 1 receiver potential from the moment he arrives on campus.

For a program that has built much of its recent offensive success around explosive passing attacks, securing the nation's top receiver over two perennial College Football Playoff contenders represents a defining recruiting win.

The Bulls also added an important future piece at quarterback with the commitment of Tampa native Ben Vilain. The dual-threat signal caller selected USF over fellow American Conference contender Florida Atlantic and in-state power Florida State.

Vilain brings a dynamic skill set to the position. While he still has developmental work ahead as a passer, his mobility immediately stands out. He possesses the speed and acceleration to extend plays outside the pocket and create explosive gains as a runner. Coaches also like his natural arm strength and believe his athletic tools give him significant long-term upside once he arrives in the program.

Keeping the local prospect home was another important victory for Porter and his staff as they continue strengthening recruiting relationships throughout the Tampa area.

The final addition came from specialist Austin Fowler, one of the nation's top punting prospects. Ranked among the best players at his position nationally, Fowler gives the Bulls a potential weapon in the kicking game for years to come.

The Apopka native possesses outstanding leg strength and the ability to consistently flip field position. He combines impressive distance with strong placement ability and arrives with a reputation as one of the more polished specialists in the Southeast. While specialists rarely receive headlines, Fowler addresses an important long-term roster need and gives USF another highly regarded in-state prospect.

With signing day approaching, the Bulls continue to build one of the strongest classes in school history. Between elite skill-position talent, defensive depth, and key developmental prospects at quarterback and special teams, USF's 2030 class is rapidly becoming the standard within the American Conference.

USF Football Class of 2030

Last	First	Position	Class	Nat Rank	State Rank	Pos Rank	Height	Weight	Hometown
Valles	Josh	WR	HS	4	1	1	6'0”	190	Lake City, FL
Salaam	Hugh	SS	HS	41	9	1	5'11”	212	Jacksonville, FL
Nix	Philip	HB	HS	64	10	6	6'0”	201	Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Jewel	Ian	WR	HS	75	13	20	5'10”	173	Hollywood, FL
Farris	Denzel	EDGE	HS	94	4	9	6'2”	250	Murfreesboro, TN
Winston	Cornell	MIKE	HS	119	19	9	6'1”	239	Lakeland, FL
Boudreaux	Charles	MIKE	HS	158	10	11	6'3”	211	Sharpsburg, GA
Vilain	Ben	QB	HS	1379	178	79	6'0”	177	Tampa, FL
Fowler	Austin	P	HS	911	125	11	6'4”	192	Apopka, FL

Post by **djp73** » Today, 14:49

#23 Florida Atlantic @ #5 USF
Saturday December 8, 2029 | 4:00 PM | Raymond James Stadium | Tampa, Florida
AMERICAN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

#5 USF BULLS (11-1, 8-0)
Head Coach: DJ Porter | 38-4 at USF | 62-8 Career
Schemes: Spread | 3-3-5 Tite
2029 Season Schedule
Sat, Aug 25 – at UCF – W 62-17
Sat, Sep 1 – at Florida International – W 63-16
Sat, Sep 8 – vs NC State – W 34-7
Sat, Sep 15 – vs #5 Notre Dame – L 24-21
Sat, Sep 22 – vs East Carolina – W 56-10
Sat, Sep 29 – at UAB – W 69-7
Sat, Oct 6 – vs Rice – W 58-9
Sat, Oct 13 – at Charlotte – W 56-7
Sat, Oct 20 – vs Tulane – W 34-31
Sat, Nov 3 – at Tulsa – W 49-13
Sat, Nov 10 – vs Memphis – W 31-24
Sat, Nov 24 – at North Texas – W 45-19
Sat, Dec 9 – vs Florida International (American Conference Championship) – 4:00 PM

Injury Report
DT Jahzir Sowells – Partial PCL Tear – Out 6 Weeks
CB David Igbinoghene – Torn Pectoral – Out 16 Weeks
FS Tracy Bennett – Broken Toe – Out 1 Week

#23 FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS (9-3, 6-2)
Head Coach: Josh Sanders | 9-3 at FAU | 9-3 Career
Schemes: Spread | 4-2-5
2029 Season Schedule
Sat, Sep 1 – vs FCS Southeast – W 49-9
Sat, Sep 15 – at Florida International – W 30-24
Sat, Sep 22 – vs Marshall – L 38-27
Sat, Sep 29 – at Tulane – W 37-25
Sat, Oct 6 – at North Texas – L 34-31
Sat, Oct 13 – at UAB – W 38-35
Sat, Oct 20 – vs Navy – W 38-35
Sat, Oct 27 – vs UTSA – L 49-28
Sat, Nov 3 – at Charlotte – W 21-13
Sat, Nov 10 – vs East Carolina – W 40-37
Sat, Nov 17 – vs Temple – W 51-20
Sat, Nov 24 – vs Rice – W 30-28
Sat, Dec 8 – at #5 USF (American Conference Championship) – 4:00 PM

Injury Report
No Injuries